COLLEGE STATION – Texas A&M has confirmed sophomore quarterback Johnny Manziel has been suspended for the first half of Saturday’s Rice game.

A joint statement from A&M and the NCAA reads, “There is no evidence that … Manziel received money in exchange for autographs, based on currently available information and statements by Manziel. Due to an inadvertent violation regarding the signing of certain autographs, Texas A&M declared Manziel ineligible and submitted the following conditions for reinstatement to the NCAA:

* A one-half game suspension for Manziel.

* Manziel will address the team regarding the situation and lessons learned

The statement adds, “If additional information comes to light, the NCAA will review and consider if further action is appropriate. NCAA rules are clear that student-athletes may not accept money for items they sign and based on information provided by Manziel, that did not happen in this case.”

The statement included quotes from key officials in the matter:

* A&M chancellor John Sharp: “I am proud of the way both Coach (Kevin) Sumlin and Johnny handled this situation, with integrity and honesty. We all take the Aggie Code of Honor very seriously and there is no evidence that either the university or Johnny violated that code.”

* A&M athletic director Eric Hyman: “Texas A&M University would like to thank the NCAA staff, not only for its fairness and professionalism throughout this process, but also for the expediency of its actions. Texas A&M is a proud member of the NCAA and the Southeastern Conference and, as such, we will continue to abide by the rules governing the association and the conference. Texas A&M is committed to competing with integrity and sportsmanship, and we will continue to ensure strict compliance guidelines for our student-athletes, coaches and supporters.”

* NCAA vice president of academic and membership affairs Kevin Lennon: “Student-athletes are often asked for autographs from fans, but unfortunately, some individuals’ sole motivation in seeking an autograph is for resale. It is important that schools are cognizant and educate student-athletes about situations in which there is a strong likelihood that the autograph seeker plans to resell the items.”

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June 2012 - Before Johnny Manziel became 'Johnny Football' he had a mugshot. He had a misdemeanor charge for getting in an altercation at a bar and supplying a fake identity. He pleaded guilty to the charge in July of 2013. less

June 2012 - Before Johnny Manziel became 'Johnny Football' he had a mugshot. He had a misdemeanor charge for getting in an altercation at a bar and supplying a fake identity. He pleaded guilty to the charge in ... more

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October 2012 - The first clue that Manziel may be a partier was his memorable Scooby Doo costume at Halloween.

October 2012 - The first clue that Manziel may be a partier was his memorable Scooby Doo costume at Halloween.

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December 2012 - Manziel wins the Heisman Trophy, the first freshman to do so.

December 2012 - Manziel wins the Heisman Trophy, the first freshman to do so.

Photo: Henny Ray Abrams / Getty Images

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March 2013 - Manziel thoroughly enjoyed his visit to Cabo during spring break.

March 2013 - Manziel thoroughly enjoyed his visit to Cabo during spring break.

Photo: Photo via Instagram

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Manziel shoves an A&M defensive graduate assistant who got in his face during a scrimmage at Kyle Field. Manziel later says the graduate assistant pushed him first while celebrating an interception.

Manziel shoves an A&M defensive graduate assistant who got in his face during a scrimmage at Kyle Field. Manziel later says the graduate assistant pushed him first while celebrating an interception.

Photo: Karen Warren / Houston Chronicle

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June 2013 - On June 16 came Manziel's infamous tweet saying he was looking forward to leaving College Station.

June 2013 - On June 16 came Manziel's infamous tweet saying he was looking forward to leaving College Station.

Photo: Via Twitter

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July 2013 - Manziel and Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron were counselors at the Manning Passing Academy. After being spotted out on the town, Manziel was late to camp meetings the next morning.

July 2013 - Manziel and Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron were counselors at the Manning Passing Academy. After being spotted out on the town, Manziel was late to camp meetings the next morning.

Photo: Via Instagram

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July 2013 - Manziel is heckled and leaves at a fraternity party in Austin, only to be spotted the next day hanging out in a Tim Tebow Jersey.

July 2013 - Manziel is heckled and leaves at a fraternity party in Austin, only to be spotted the next day hanging out in a Tim Tebow Jersey.

Photo: Via Twitter

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July 2013: The NCAA opens an investigation into an alleged autograph session involving Manziel. An autograph broker alleges Manziel was paid to sign helmets for fans.

July 2013: The NCAA opens an investigation into an alleged autograph session involving Manziel. An autograph broker alleges Manziel was paid to sign helmets for fans.

Photo: Butch Dill / Associated Press

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August 28, 2013: Manziel is reportedly suspended for half of the 2013 season opening game against Rice.

August 28, 2013: Manziel is reportedly suspended for half of the 2013 season opening game against Rice.